What are Some Unforgettable Things to Do in Asheville?

13 Enjoy some foodie expeditions

If traditional restaurants aren't going to satisfy your cravings, Asheville offers some interesting alternatives.

Take a tour and learn about the small-scale farming of Appalachia. You'll visit community-supported agricultural sites like farmer's markets and homesteads. Check out East Fork Farm, where you'll find grass-fed lamb and beef, fresh eggs and even rainbow trout.

Feeling adventurous? Sign up for a guided foraging excursion. Rated a "best travel experience" by Southern Living, this unique adventure will teach you how to identify and prepare food you can find in the great outdoors.

Explore the Western North Carolina cheese trail. Some of the award-winning cheeses from the Williams Sonoma catalog are produced at nearby Looking Glass Creamery. Rocky Mountain Creamery is known for its goat cheese, while Blue Ridge Mountain Creamery produces a variety of European-style cheeses. Find even more cheese at the Carolina Mountain Cheese Fest, held each April.